Vax C85-EW Series Installation instructions

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C85-EW-Be/C85-EW-Pe
C85-EW Series
Let’s get started

Let’s talk safety
This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use only
and NOT for commercial or industrial use.
• Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors on dry surfaces and
keep the area you’re cleaning well lit.
• Keep ngers, hair and loose clothing away from moving parts
and openings whilst using the vacuum cleaner.
• Only Vax recommended tools and accessories should be used
with this vacuum cleaner.
• Don’t use the vacuum cleaner if it has been dropped, damaged
or left outdoors.
• Don’t run over the power cord or use vacuum cleaner if the
power cord or plug is damaged. Please contact our Customer
Care Line on: 0330 026 8455 (Mon-Fri 8:30am to 6:30pm,
Sat 9:00am to 5:00pm).
• Don’t handle the plug or use the vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
• Don’t pull or carry the vacuum cleaner by the power cord.
• Don’t use the power cord as a handle, pull the power cord
around corners, sharp edges or close a door over the power cord.
• Don’t unplug vacuum cleaner by pulling on the power cord.
• Turn o all controls on the vacuum cleaner before
disconnecting or connecting the power cord.
• Always make sure the lters are in place before use.
• Always switch o the vacuum cleaner before disconnecting
or connecting the hose and accessories.
• Keep all openings clear and free from debris as this may
aect the airow/suction.
• Always replace the fuse in the plug with a British 13amp
fuse. Always protect the power cable from heated surfaces
and open ames.
Basic
safety
precautions
Don’ts
Do’s

• This vacuum cleaner can be used by children aged from 8 years and above
and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the vacuum cleaner in a safe way and understand the
hazards involved. Children shall not play with the vacuum cleaner. Cleaning
and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
• Don’t vacuum up any ammable or combustible materials (lighter uid, petrol,
kerosene etc.) or use the vacuum cleaner in an area with explosive vapours
or liquid.
• Don’t vacuum up hot coals, cigarette butts, matches or smoking hot burning
items or use in an area where there may be harmful uids (chlorine, bleach,
and ammonia drain cleaner).
• Don’t attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects as this may cause
damage to the vacuum cleaner.
• Don’t vacuum up hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws
or coins etc.
• Don’t use the vacuum cleaner with incorrect voltage as this may result in
damage or injury to the user. The correct voltage is listed on the ratings label.
• Take extra care when positioning and using the vacuum cleaner
on the stairs.
• Use only CE approved 13amp extension cords, non-approved extension
cords may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the extension cord
as it can be a trip hazard.
• Store the vacuum cleaner in a cool, dry area. If lters have been cleaned
as per user guide instructions ensure they are thoroughly dry before
storing away.
Please keep instructions for further use.

Thank you for buying this C85-EW product.
Taking care of your carpets and hard floors
The C85-EW product is designed to make vacuuming carpets and hard oors regularly,
as eective and efficient as possible and this user guide will help you get the most out of
your machine.
Maintaining your carpets and hard oors will ensure they keep their appearance for longer.
You’ve chosen the carpets and hard oors for your home for a reason and Vax will help you take
good care of them.
Taking care of your C85-EW product
Also inside this guide are instructions on maintaining your new machine, so that it’s always ready
when you are to tackle your carpets and hard oors.
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Taking care of you
We’re here if you need us. Instead of taking me back
to the shop, simply visit:
vax.co.uk/support or call:
(UK) 0330 026 8455 (ROI) 1-800 928 308
Monday-Friday 8.30am to 6.30pm, Saturday 9.00am to 5.00pm
Calls are charged at the UK local rate. Please make a note of the serial number and model number
of the product before calling.
Alternatively, you can write to us at:
Vax Ltd. Plot 302, Stonebridge Cross Business Park, Hampton Lovett, Droitwitch, WR9 OLW, UK
This User Guide can be found online at: vax.co.uk/support

Contents
Let’s talk safety
Getting to know your machine
Getting started
Using your machine
Taking care of your machine
Let’s talk technical
Accessories
What to do if it goes wrong
Getting in touch
C85-EW-Be
(Included with all models)
Included with
your machine
Initial Setup for normal operation
1. Use the base accessories.
a. Shortest hose
b. Extension tube set to shortest practicable length.
2. Clean lters installed.
3. Dust receptacle empty.
4. All Bleeds must be closed.
5. Floorheads/tools set to Carpet Mode for carpet cleaning.
6. Mechanical Agitation turned ON for carpet cleaning.
7. Floorheads/tools set to Hard Floor Mode for hard oor cleaning.
8. Mechanical Agitation turned OFF for hard oor cleaning.
Combination oorhead
Tool caddy
Crevice tool
Upholstery tool
Hose
Telescopic
extension tube
Pre-motor lter
Tool connector
Post-motor lter
Dusting brush
TurboTool
C85-EW-Pe
+
Hard oor tool

Getting to know your machine
Name C85-EW
Voltage See rating label on machine for details
Wattage See rating label on machine for details
Cord Length 5m/6m
Weight 4.3kg
Technical Specification
Subject to technical change without notice.
Filter Kit (Type 95)
1-1-134231-00
Upholstery Tool (type 3)
1-1-132116-00
TurboTool (Type 6)
1-1-134419-00
Crevice Tool (Type 9)
1-3-128633-00
Dusting Brush (Type 5)
1-9-127512-00
Hard Floor Tool (Type 3)*
1-1-135705-00
Accessories & Consumables
*To purchase consumables and accessories, please visit vax.co.uk
On/O button
Dirt container lid
Dirt container
Separator
and shroud
Carry handle
Hose entry point
Dirt container
release button
Parking slot
Dirt container release
button (hidden)
Post-motor
lter cover
Post-motor lter (hidden)
Cord rewind button

*To purchase consumables and accessories, please visit vax.co.uk
Getting started
Assembling your vacuum cleaner
Using your accessories
Before you begin cleaning
PLEASE READ ‘LET’S TALK SAFETY’ AT THE BEGINNING BEFORE USE
CAUTION: Always switch o the vacuum cleaner before connecting or disconnecting the hose/attachments, or
removing and emptying the dirt container.
IMPORTANT: The vacuum cleaner is equipped with a thermal cut-out. If for any reason the vacuum cleaner does
overheat the thermostat will automatically turn the vacuum cleaner o. If this happens, switch the vacuum cleaner o
and unplug. Remove and empty the dirt container also check the vacuum cleaner for blockages. Allow the vacuum
cleaner to cool for approximately 1 hour (if you have cleaned the lters please wait 24 hours for the lters to fully dry
before putting back into the machine).
Clean the pre-motor lter every time the dirt container is emptied and replace the post-motor lter every 12 months.
If the vacuum cleaner is blocked, switch o and unplug before removing the blockage.
Press both buttons at the
end of hose and insert into
hose entry point.
Insert the other end of
the telescopic tube into
the oorhead.
Insert hose grip into
telescopic extension tube.
Press button on telescopic
extension tube and adjust
to required length.
Push the accessory onto
the telescopic extension
tube or hose end.
The TurboTool connector
must be tted on the hose
when using the TurboTool
(some models only).
Choose an accessory.

IMPORTANT: The base of the vacuum cleaner should always be positioned at on the oor when starting and in use.
The dirt container should be locked into place before lifting the vacuum cleaner by the carry handle.
IMPORTANT: The power cord must always be completely unwound, do not pull further than the yellow marker.
Using your machine
Operating the appliance and accessories
Unwind the power cord.
Do not pull further than
the yellow marker.
Plug into mains and press
the On/O button to switch
the machine on.
For use on carpets, click
rocker switch forward.
For use on hard oors
click rocker switch back.
Slide vent cover on hose grip open
to reduce suction if required.
Lower brushes for hard oors.Raise brushes for carpets.
Brushes on the floorhead
should be visible when
using on hard floors.
TIP
For the most ecient results on hard
oors replace the combination oorhead
with the specialist hard oor tool.

Turn the dirt container
lid anti-clockwise
to remove.
Wash pre-motor lter
under running water.
Lift to remove the
pre-motor lter out
of dirt container.
Tap the lter against a bin
to remove excess debris.
Leave to dry for 24 hours or
until fully dry before placing
back in the machine.
Using your machine
Taking care of your machine
MAX
40˚C
TAP
24hr
Emptying and cleaning the dirt container
Cleaning the pre-motor filter
Hold dirt container over the bin.
Press release clip at the bottom
of the container, the dirt release
door will open allowing dirt/debris
to fall out.
Press dirt container
release button. Lift to
remove dirt container
from machine.
IMPORTANT: Unplug and switch o vacuum cleaner before performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks.
NOTE: Clean the pre-motor lter every time the dirt container is emptied and replace the lters every 12 months.
Filters available at www.vax.co.uk
Unplug and switch o vacuum cleaner before performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks.
Don’t over fill the dirt container
to avoid blocking the air flow
through the vacuum cleaner.
TIP

Cleaning the separator
Taking care of your machine
Turn the dirt container
lid anti-clockwise.
to remove.
Tap the separator
against a bin to
remove any dirt
or debris.
Using central grips lift
to remove separator
from dirt container.
Replace the separator cap,
twist clockwise to lock.
Lift to remove the
pre-motor lter out
of dirt container.
Replace separator into dirt container, make sure the
rectangular hole in the dirt container lines up with the
rectangular hole on the separator.
Twist grips clockwise
and remove cap
from separator.
T
AP
IMPORTANT: Incorrect tting of the separator will reduce suction.
T
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T
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For any stubborn dirt/debris
remaining in the separator,
use a soft brush to remove.
Refitting the separator
TIP

Taking care of your machine
Taking care of your machine
Turn the post-motor lter
cover anti-clockwise
to remove.
Line up the lter cover tabs with the wheel and turn
clockwise. The lter cover will be locked into place
when the centre trim is in the horizontal position.
Check the post-motor lter
for discolouration.
Unplug from the mains
and hold the cord rewind
button in, the cord
will retract into the
vacuum cleaner.
Pull to remove
post-motor lter.
Place oorhead into
parking slot located at
back of vacuum cleaner
for storage and carrying.
Push post-motor lter into
wheel and re-t.
Post-motor filter maintenance
Storing your vacuum cleaner
!
40˚C
MAX
24hr
CAUTION: Make sure to hold the cord with your other hand to prevent injury when re-winding.
IMPORTANT: The exhaust lter is designed to oer long life with no maintenance. The lter should be checked
periodically and when heavily discoloured it should be replaced. Please do not wash, scrub or brush the lter as
this will damage the delicate lter media.

Let’s talk technical
Removing blockages from the TurboTool (some models only)
Remove the hose from the vacuum
cleaner and telescopic extension tube.
Remove any blockage by inserting wire
coat hanger in to hose.
Removing a blockage from the hose
Slide the locking ring
to remove.
Lift and separate
the housing.
Using a pair of scissors,
remove any threads
or hair caught around
the brushbar.
Line up the tabs on front of
housing and push together
to ret. Slide locking ring
into groove to secure.
Tabs

Accessories
Don’t forget your accessories!
Order at: www.vax.co.uk/spares-and-solutions
Pro Cleaning Kit (Type 2)
1-1-133326-00
All our best tools all in one kit that makes cleaning
your home quicker, easier and with even better results.
We’ve taken care of cleaning all of the hard to reach
areas such as on top of cupboards and in between
blinds to the dust that collates behind and
within the radiator.
TurboTool (Type 6)
1-1-134419-00
Use the TurboTool for vacuuming your stairs, upholstery
and car interiors. It’s great for picking up stubborn pet hair.
Fur ‘n’ Fluff Tool
1-1-131392-00
Specically designed to remove extra stubborn
pet hair from upholstery, furniture and carpets.

• Check the ‘This pack contains’ panel on the box to make sure
the part is included with your vacuum cleaner.
• The dirt container may not be correctly tted, remove the dirt container
from the vacuum cleaner and check it’s assembled correctly, ret
ensuring it’s locked into place.
• The separator is blocked. Go to ‘Taking care of your machine’.
• The separator is incorrectly tted. Go to ‘Taking care of your machine’.
• The lter may be clogged, clean the lter. Go to ‘Taking care
of your machine’.
• The dirt container may be blocked, empty the dirt container.
Go to ‘Taking care of your machine’.
• There may be a blockage in the hose/tube. Disconnect from the vacuum
cleaner and carefully remove any blockages. Go to ‘Let’s talk technical’.
• The lters may be clogged, clean the lter. Go to ‘Taking care
of your machine’.
• The plug may not be fully pushed into the electrical socket.
• Check the fuse in the plug if this needs replacing, always replace with
a 13amp fuse.
• The motor thermostat may have tripped. If this has happened, unplug
the vacuum cleaner. Remove and empty the dirt container and check
the hose for blockages. Clean the lters and allow the vacuum cleaner
to cool for approximately 1 hour (if you have washed the lters you will
need to wait 24 hours for the lters to fully dry before putting them back
into the vacuum cleaner).
SolutionProblem
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug the vacuum cleaner before performing maintenance
/troubleshooting checks.
What to do if it goes wrong
Is there an accessory
missing?
Why won’t the vacuum
cleaner pick up?
Why does my vacuum
cleaner have no power?
Why is dust escaping
from the vacuum?

* Calls are charged at the UK local rate. Please make a note of the serial number and model number of the product before calling.
†Registration required. Terms and conditions apply, see vax.co.uk for details.
†
Getting in touch

Vax Ltd., 5th Floor 2 Colmore Square, 38 Colmore Circus, Queensway, Birmingham, B4 6BN, UK
email: [email protected]o.uk website: vax.co.uk
EEC Statement of Compliance: Manufacturer/EEC importer: Vax Limited, hereby on our own responsibility,
declare that the C85-EW-(Be,Pe) series is manufactured in compliance with the following Directives:
Safety: 2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive. EMC: 2004/108/EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive.
Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle where facilities exist.
Check with your Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice.
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